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Urban Finance & Economy Consultant job at UN-Habitat | Apply Now
Are you looking for NGO jobs in Kenya 2025 today? then you might be interested in Urban Finance & Economy Consultant job at UN-Habitat
About the Organisation
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The Urban Economy Branch of UN-Habitat has the mandate to promote local capabilities of local governments to develop financial instruments to keep pace with the demands of rapid urbanization. The Urban Economy Branch has the mandate to promote plans and provide support for more efficient, socially inclusive, better integrated and connected cities that foster sustainable urban development.
Nairobi, Kenya
Full Time
Job Title
Urban Finance & Economy Consultant job at UN-Habitat
UN-Habitat
Job Description
Job Type Full Time
Qualification BA/BSc/HND
Experience2 years
Location Nairobi
Job Field Consultancy
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Lead on Finance and Economy, the consultant will be responsible for the following duties:
Course Planning and Structure Development
Design the overall framework and learning objectives of the Finance Strategy Course in alignment with organizational or academic goals.
Conduct research on current trends in corporate finance, strategic financial management, and financial decision-making to ensure course relevance and rigor.
Define course outcomes, target audience, key competencies, and assessment criteria.
Develop a logical structure that integrates theoretical foundations with practical applications.
Content Creation (6 Chapters) Draft Chapters 1–3:
Develop foundational concepts such as corporate finance principles, capital structure strategy, and value creation models.
Write detailed chapter content including key theories, case examples, and real-world applications.
Ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency with academic and professional standards. Draft Chapters 4–6
Create advanced-level content on topics like risk management, financial forecasting, investment strategy, and strategic budgeting.
Incorporate analytical tools, decision frameworks, and strategic planning models used in finance leadership.
Integrate data-driven insights and industry examples to enhance practical relevance.
Development of Interactive Learning Activities
Design engaging and interactive exercises to enhance learner participation and understanding.
Develop simulations, case analyses and financial modeling assignments aligned with each chapter.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Academic Qualifications;
A bachelor's degree in development studies, Urban Planning, Economics, Public Policy, Public Finance, Political Science, or a related field is required.
Working Experience;
At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of local economic development, urban planning, public finance, and or public policy is required.
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.
